Working with a Year 4 Class in Brent
After a recommendation about her wealth of experience and wide ranging skills, Naomi has become a highly valued member of the Creative Learning team at the Tricycle Theatre, being able to adapt her skills to support the wide range of young people the company works with.
Image courtesy of Helen Maybanks
Naomi joined the project's team at the Almeida Theatre as an actor-practitioner, directing a range of young people as part of the theatre’s Residencies programme in primary and secondary schools, as well as developing their Academy activities.
Cast members of the Dutch Pot Senior Citizen's Society
After her performance debut at Soho Theatre, Naomi's passion and creative knowledge of working in the community was recognised by the venue's Education department and she was invited to work with the venue on various projects.
"An amazing creative energy"
Naomi has been working with children and young people for many years, in schools and community based settings. She devises, develops and delivers original and inclusive drama educational programmes, encouraging thought and social development.
The Iron Man by Ted Hughes
Naomi's inclusive approach to theatre-making, makes her one of the 'go to' theatremakers for Graeae Theatre, working with their ensemble company, developing educational programmes and sharing Graeaae's approach to theatre-making with other arts professionals.
Naomi Cortes leading a workshop with college students
Naomi was asked to be Lead Workshop Tutor with The Old Vic Theatre as they delivered their education programme - Old Vic New Voices to London secondary schools and colleges, supporting their season of work and engaging new younger audiences.
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